Halberdier (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Halberdier (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
52 30.783 N,5 27.583 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.513050
  • Longitude: -5.459717
Wreck Depth 74 m
Water Depth 82 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HALBERDIER (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 70.1 m
Width 10.7 m
Draught 4.6
Sonar Length 100
Shadow Height 7
Orientation 90
Tonnage 1049
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 6, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source other
Surveying Details SANK ABOUT 6 MILES SW FROM 523300N, 051700W. (MASTER, 1918). PLOTS 522900N, 052400W. NCA. H1950/76 12.11.80 H1950/76 12.11.80 WK EXAM'D 25.5.80 IN 523047N, 052735W [OGB] USING RO/RO HIFIX/6 [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 74 IN GEN DEPTH 82MTRS. NO SCOUR. DCS3 HT 7MTRS. APPROX LENGTH 100MTRS. LYING E/W. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 40/80). BR STD.
Last Amended Date Dec 8, 2000

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U-61 WITH LOSS OF 5 LIVES.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 52 30.783 N,5 27.583 W
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FAQ

Where is the HALBERDIER (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The HALBERDIER (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 52 30.783 N,5 27.583 W.

How deep is the HALBERDIER (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The HALBERDIER (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 74 meters and is located at coordinates 52 30.783 N,5 27.583 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HALBERDIER (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the HALBERDIER (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 82 meters deep.

When did the HALBERDIER (POSSIBLY) sink?

The HALBERDIER (POSSIBLY) sank on Jan 6, 1918.

When was the wreck of the HALBERDIER (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the HALBERDIER (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1918.

What country did the HALBERDIER (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The HALBERDIER (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HALBERDIER (POSSIBLY)?

The HALBERDIER (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1049 tons.

What type of wreck is the HALBERDIER (POSSIBLY)?

The HALBERDIER (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.